94 'til Infinity

94 'til Infinity

Remembering Ico: A Quiet Classic That Left a Lasting Impression

A Timeless Journey Through Shadows, Light, and Unspoken Bonds

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Chris
Mar 16, 2025
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The Obscure Cult Game That's Secretly Inspiring Everything | WIRED

Some games shout, some roar.

Ico barely made a sound. But if you listened closely, it told one of the most beautiful stories ever put on a disc.

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Launched on PlayStation 2 in 2001, Ico wasn’t a blockbuster. It didn’t se…

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